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26 Apr 2024
Jenu Kuruba Musicians Take Center Stage at Mahindra Percussion Festival
ARPO facilitated the Jenu Kuruba tribe's participation in the Mahindra Percussion Festival. Team led by Ramesh J B, connected through our Earthlore projects, and Majeesh Karyaad (Lorekeeper's project) collaborated with Charu Hariharan, showcasing tribal music on a national stage.
10 Apr 2024
ARPO's Architectural Preservation Initiative Wins UNESCO Award
Architectural restoration of Kunnamangalam Bhagavathi Temple, initiated by ARPO, garners UNESCO Awards for cultural heritage preservation. The April 9th ceremony celebrated this international recognition and ARPO's dedication to heritage conservation.
1 Feb 2024
ARPO Completes Major Cultural Documentation Project for Three Tribal Communities
ARPO documented the music and culture of three tribal communities in the Western Ghats for the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, in a prestigious collaboration. Videos and documentaries featuring their unique instruments, songs, and traditions were created.
28 Jan 2024
ARPO's "Mozhiaayiram" Celebrates 1,000 Collected Lores!
ARPO's LoreKeepers Project reached a major milestone with "Mozhiaayiram," an event held in Calicut. This marked the collection of 1,000 lores in 2023, showcasing the project's dedication to preserving Kerala's oral traditions. The program honored contributors, unveiled a new book of folk songs.
31 Dec 2023
ARPO helps to save 1000 vanishing folklore in a year
ARPO's LoreKeepers Project has archived 1000 pieces of Kerala's folklore in 2023. Focused on marginalized communities, the project ensures these vanishing traditions are preserved for future generations. This free, digital archive is accessible to all and empowers communities to share their stories and songs to be preserved for ever.